Describes an analysis of the content of the CLEP General Examination in English Composition which found that the emphasis is placed on the student's knowledge of standard written English. (MB)

Analyzes the United States Supreme Court's reversal of "Memphis County School Distruct v. Stachura," a District Court decision to compensate a temporarily suspended life sciences teacher for damages involving deprivation of his constitutional rights. Views this decision as one more obstacle blocking individuals' progress against…

Many educators have been reluctant to deal with the nuclear threat and peace education in their classrooms, viewing such topics as controversial, unprofessional, or harmful. After summarizing recent peace education events in Canadian schools, this article advocates teaching about nuclear issues in the context of justice, violence, survival, and…

Politics and science have become too much entangled in the controversy over creationism and the teaching of evolution in the public schools. Political opinion is irrelevant when the scientific principles underlying a particular issue are being discussed. (MSE)

This discussion of the inclusion of descriptive cataloging as part of library education describes the descriptive cataloging segment of the curriculum at the University of Washington, including the sequence of courses and the content and objectives of each course. (CLB)

Urges school administrators to act now to establish innovative programs dealing with teen pregnancy and parenting problems. Argues for school-based clinics or special schools offering comprehensive health services such as birth control information and devices, referral, and childcare. Cites successful approaches in Fresno, California, and several…

The arguments put forth in the 1930s against indoctrination in American education from the standpoints of the social reconstructionists and of the followers of the Bode-Hullfish position are presented. The only viable alternative to indoctrination was seen to be the study of social problems. These views continue to shape classroom practice. (RM)

An examination of the role of process and content in social studies is offered. Concludes that both are equally important and that diverse process goals may be emphasized in guiding students to achieve viable facts, concepts, and generalizations. (JDH)

Presents guidelines to help school personnel plan, implement, and evaluate educational efforts to prevent unnecessary morbidity and mortality associated with Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) and other human immunodeficiency virus-related illnesses. Offers evaluative questions and outlines curriculum content for various school levels.…

Discusses problems inherent in teaching sensitive subjects such as rape, disasters, and nuclear war; and presents ideas about preparing classes on these subjects. Comments and data are drawn from experience in teaching family violence classes, students comments, journals, and conversations with colleagues. (BSR)

Using academic conflicts for instructional purposes is one of the most dynamic, involving, and least used teaching strategies. Teachers fear divisiveness and also lack fitting instructional models for structuring controversial discussions. This article discusses the controversy process and how teachers can organize and use it to enhance cognitive…

Presents outline for introductory course designed to allow student exploration of outdoor opportunities and instill interest and basic knowledge. Includes nature trail development, edible wild plants, Adirondack/St. Lawrence geology, mountain climbing, fall camping, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, winter camping, ice fishing, knots,…

Describes model four-week therapeutic camping program designed to meet needs of mobility-impaired disabled Maryland youth. Details steps in program plan (statement of purpose, terminal program objectives, enabling objectives, performance measures, content and process descriptions), implementation plan (sequence sheet, implementation description),…

The experiences of one school of social work in requiring volunteer work of students in an introductory undergraduate course are described, observations by participants and faculty are presented, and program advantages and drawbacks are assessed. (MSE)

Examines attitudes of 184 outdoor leaders toward certification and course content of their preparation programs. Indicates small majority supports development of certification curriculum and credential and desires course content emphasizing leadership training. (NEC)